Bar Manager

3 years

GUI Steakhouse & Bar 92 | New York City

GUI Steakhouse is a modern Korean-influenced steakhouse in Times Square, centered around premium cuts, charcoal grilling, and refined hospitality in an intimate, design-forward setting.

Bar 92 , located on the ground level, is GUIs sister cocktail loungea high-energy yet elevated space focused on craft cocktails, spirits, and late-night hospitality.

The Bar Manager is responsible for overseeing all beverage operations across GUI Steakhouse and Bar 92 , ensuring consistency, quality, and elevated hospitality across both concepts. This role is ideal for a leader who can balance high-volume service with refined execution, while adapting programming and service style to each venues distinct identity.

The Bar Manager works closely with ownership and senior leadership to maintain standards, develop beverage programs, and lead a strong bar team across both locations.

Beverage Operations & Program Oversight

• Oversee all bar operations for GUI Steakhouse and Bar 92 , including cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic offerings

• Maintain consistency in recipes, presentation, and service standards across both venues

• Collaborate with leadership on seasonal cocktail development and concept-specific menus

• Ensure efficiency, quality control, and smooth execution during high-volume service

Team Leadership & Training

• Hire, train, schedule, and manage bartenders and barbacks across both properties

• Maintain a strong floor presence and lead by example during service

• Conduct ongoing training on cocktails, spirits, wine knowledge, and hospitality standards

• Build a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture

Inventory, Cost Control & Compliance

• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships for GUI and Bar 92

• Monitor pour costs, waste, and overall bar profitability

• Ensure full compliance with NYC and NYS liquor laws, health, and safety regulations

• Oversee cleanliness, organization, and maintenance of all bar areas and equipment

Guest Experience & Service

• Deliver elevated, personable hospitality aligned with each venues brand identity

• Engage with guests to build regular clientele and enhance the bar experience

• Address guest feedback and resolve issues promptly and professionally

• Coordinate with FOH and management teams to ensure seamless service flow

• Minimum 35 years of bar management experience in New York City

• Experience overseeing multiple concepts or high-volume venues strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, and wine

• Proven leadership and team-development skills

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to manage high-volume service without compromising quality

• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation: Salary ($75,000.00 - $85,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts

Leadership

Collaboration

Quality Control

Training and Development

Customer Engagement

Conflict Resolution

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Creativity in Beverage Development

Team Building

Operational Efficiency

Compliance Awareness

Service Excellence

Positive Team Culture

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